Pacifica · Lip Gloss
Pacifica Lavender Moon Bedtime Lip Treatment
Lower concern, lip balms rarely need PFAS, but Pacifica doesn't disclose formulation details.
Pacifica Lavender Moon is a plant-oil-based lip balm with no known PFAS-triggering ingredients (no waterproofing or nonstick coatings required). The brand does not publish PFAS statements or third-party verification. Pacifica's general cosmetics line favors natural ingredients, but full ingredient transparency is absent.
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Wax and oil blend (likely plant/mineral-based)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Pacifica Lavender Moon is formulated as a wax-and-oil blend, typically combining plant waxes (such as candelilla or beeswax) with botanical oils and lavender fragrance. This material class avoids synthetic polymers and heavy-metal-bearing pigments common in conventional cosmetics. Wax-oil matrices are inherently low-leach; they do not break down into microplastics or release volatile organic compounds at typical skin temperature, making them chemically stable during use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Pacifica is a self-certified natural/vegan beauty brand with established marketing around ingredient transparency. The company lists most ingredients on packaging and website; however, fragrance components are listed as 'lavender' without full INCI breakdown of fragrance accords, which is standard but limits allergen traceability. No recalls or regulatory actions involving this product are on public record. The brand does not pursue third-party certifications (e.g., EWG Verified) but maintains consistent messaging around avoiding synthetic chemicals.
How it compares in its category
Lip balms are among the lowest-risk cosmetic category; they involve minimal skin penetration and brief contact time. Pacifica's wax-oil formulation is conventional for plant-focused brands and avoids concerning additives (talc, BPA in packaging, synthetic dyes) present in mass-market lip products. Compared to petroleum-based balms, plant-wax formulations carry no known microplastic or heavy-metal shedding risk; compared to niche indie brands, Pacifica's supply chain oversight is more established.
If you buy it
Store at room temperature away from direct heat; wax products can soften above 80-85°F without degrading safety, but may become messy. Replace every 12-18 months or when you notice discoloration or separation, which signals oxidation. Discontinue use if you experience burning, swelling, or rash; lavender fragrance is a known contact allergen in sensitive individuals. Apply to lips only; do not ingest large quantities, as plant oils in lip balms are cosmetic-grade and not tested for oral safety.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fragrance allergens (lavender and fragrance accords)
Lavender essential oil and lavender-derived fragrance compounds are documented contact allergens in 1-3% of the population. Pacifica does not break down fragrance components beyond 'lavender,' so individual sensitization risk cannot be fully assessed without patch testing.
Plant-oil oxidation and rancidity
Botanical oils (common in wax-blend balms) can oxidize over time, especially if exposed to light or heat, producing off-odors and potential skin irritants. Product shelf life and storage conditions directly affect this; no specific stability data for this formulation is publicly available.
Formaldehyde releasers in preservatives
Lip balms with minimal water content and wax-oil base require fewer preservatives than creams. No preservative ingredients linked to formaldehyde release (e.g., imidazolidinyl urea, DMDM hydantoin) are listed or known to be in this product.
Heavy metals in natural pigments
This is a clear or tinted product relying on plant waxes and oils; no synthetic colorants or mineral pigments containing cadmium, lead, or chromium are documented in the formulation.
Microplastic shedding or coating breakdown
Plant-wax formulations do not contain microplastics or synthetic polymers that fragment. Wax is stable at skin temperature and does not degrade into particles during normal use.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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